Allow me to introduce myself to the community @America's Debate. I am a teacher of fine art and have taught in both parochial and public school environments. I am an older graduate from college, having completed my undergraduate studies at the age of 50. At present, I have only my master's thesis to complete toward a master's.
My personal interests focus mainly on painting, photography and more recently, the art of mosaics. I am a committed dog lover and my best friend and constant companion is a small black Scottish Terrier named Duncan. Until recently, my interest in world events was somewhat peripheral. My shame over this has brought me to a place where I believe this lack must be corrected.

Welcome vizavis!

Here's a welcome gift to the artist/dog lover.

Happy debating!

Good to have you here, vizavis. Was there anything specific that set off your recent interest in world events or was it one of those slow building sort of things? Either way, I'm glad you're here. I admit my bias, but is a great place to test the internet's political waters. Many places are pretty cutthroat, but our members are more mature and civil.

See you around the forums...or the chatroom...or the radio show...